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Buffalo Chicken Pasta Salad

Buffalo Chicken Pasta Salad: Bold Flavors for Any Occasion

Enjoy Buffalo Chicken Pasta Salad, a quick, flavorful dish perfect for any gathering, featuring rotini pasta, shredded chicken, and a creamy dressing.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Rotini Pasta Cook al dente
For the Chicken
  • 2 cups Cooked Shredded Chicken Rotisserie chicken makes it convenient
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Hot Buffalo Wing Sauce Adjust to heat preference
  • 1/2 cup Blue Cheese Dressing Substitute with ranch if desired
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Celery Add crunch; swap for cucumber if desired
  • 1 cup Shredded Carrots Can be replaced with bell peppers
  • 1 cup Red Bell Pepper Other bell pepper colors can work
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion Green onions are a milder alternative
For the Toppings
  • 1/2 cup Crumbled Blue Cheese Skip if lactose intolerant or use vegan option
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Omit if fresh herbs aren't available
For Seasoning
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by bringing a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil over high heat. Add the rotini pasta and cook until al dente, usually around 8-10 minutes.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken with the hot buffalo wing sauce, toss thoroughly and let it sit for a couple of minutes.
  3. Add the diced celery, shredded carrots, red bell pepper, and finely chopped red onion to the chicken and mix gently.
  4. Fold the cooled rotini pasta into the chicken and vegetable mixture, drizzle with blue cheese dressing and toss until coated.
  5. Gently incorporate crumbled blue cheese and parsley into the salad.
  6. Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
  7. Cover and refrigerate for 1-2 hours to allow the flavors to meld.
  8. Stir before serving on a platter or in bowls.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 3500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Letting the salad chill enhances flavor; preparing it the day before elevates taste. Rinse rotini well after cooking to prevent sticking. Adjust buffalo sauce for more heat if desired.

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